Mountain & Ski Club

UCT Mountain and Ski Club Overview

The University of Cape Town Mountain & Ski Club (UCTMSC) is a vibrant community for students who share a passion for outdoor adventures. Whether you are an experienced climber, a passionate hiker, or a complete beginner wanting to experience the thrill of the mountains, our club offers a welcoming environment to explore and connect with nature.

Founded in 1933, we aim to promote outdoor activities and foster a love for the mountains. Our club organises regular trips, skill-building workshops, and social events to engage members and enhance their outdoor experience.

Membership

Joining the UCT Mountain and Ski Club is easy!

As a member, you will have access to:

Annual Highlights

Some of the annual highlights on the calendar include the Formal, the Devil's Peak ice-cream Challenge, the Christmas Challenge, Montagu Freshers, Montagu Refreshers, Witels trips, Summer Camp, Winter Camp, Trail Running Camp along with many other day and multiday hiking, climbing, trail running and conservation trips.

Committee 2025

President: Roger Diamond

Chairperson: Jessica Prevôst

Treasurer: Ruby Paterson

Secretary: Justin Heathcote-Marks

Transformation, Education & Development Officer: Emma-Beth Peters

Marketing & Journals: Erin Harding

Hiking Convenor: Byron Clarke

Trail Running Convenor: Oli Henderson

Climbing Convenor: Kale Boyes

Conservation Convenor: Erica Whittal

Climbing Wall Convenor: Gabriel Correia

Huts & Ski Convenor: Charles Portman

Zuurberg Convenor: Loren Ehlers

Gear Room Convenor: Clea de Klerk

Socials Convenor: Mia van der Lingen

Siyenyuka Convenor: Claire Currie

Member Access

Contact Information

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out:

General enquiries: UCTMSC@gmail.com

Hoare Hutt Bookings: hoarehutt@gmail.com

Witels Bookings and general Zuurberg property access: witels.bookings@gmail.com

For the Witels bookings page click here

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Browse the UCTMSC Archives here.